INTRODUCTION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICATIONS STORAGE

To prepare Reach RS+ for storage:

Welcome to your Emlid Reach RS+! CAUTION MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL
1. Charge the battery to at least 60%.
This RTK GNSS receiver is designed to be a
• Avoid high temperatures. Power input: USB 5V, external 5-40V 2. Turn the device off by pressing and
flexible tool with rich abilities accompanied
holding the power button for 3 seconds.
by a modern and friendly user interface. • Handle cables carefully. Hold the plug Battery capacity: 30,72 Wh Make sure that device turned off by
Reach RS+ was created by working closely when unplugging the cable. checking that power led went out.
with the community applying the feedback Protection classes: IP66, IP67, IK10
• Keep the unit free from moisture, 3. Store the device at room temperature.
our users provided to us since the water and dust. Dimensions: 145mm x 145mm x 85mm
beginning of the Reach project. We strive
USER GUIDE to continue constantly improving it and • Unplug cables when not using the unit
Weight: 690g
Check the device every 3 months and charge
for long periods of time. its battery to at least 60%.
you will be regularly getting ReachView
RTK GNSS Receiver app updates bringing more features and • Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. Operating temperature: -20 +65°C
Model: Reach RS+ streamlining the user experience.
• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
To use Reach RS+ after storage:

Version: 2.01 We hope that Reach RS+ will become a

February 2018 useful instrument in your arsenal. • Do not let insecticides, benzene and 1. Press the power button to turn
thinner come in contact with the unit. CONNECTIVITY on the device.
• Never disassemble or modify the unit 2. Recharge the battery.
in any way. Interfaces: USB, RS232, PPS, Event

• Ventilation should not be impeded by LoRa 862-1020 MHz radio

covering the ventilation openings
For extended documentation, REGULATORY INFORMATION with items, such as newspapers, Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING
guides and tutorials please visit
tablecloths or curtains.
All transmitting modules integrated in Bluetooth (4.0/2.1) This product’s packaging materials are recy-
docs.emlid.com Reach RS+ are FCC and CE certified. • Naked flame sources such as lighted candles clable and can be reused. Please dispose of
should not be placed near the unit. any materials in accordance with the local
• Observe and follow local regulations recycling regulations. When discarding the
United States of America regarding battery disposal.
GNSS unit, comply with local rules or regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or
Declaration of Conformity • For proper heat dispersal do not install this Correction format: RTCM3 incinerated but disposed of in accordance
unit in a confined space. with the local regulations concerning bat-
Trade Name: Emlid
Solution format: NMEA, ERB tery disposal. This product and the supplied
• Do not place any other equipment
Model No.: Reach RS+ accessories, excluding the batteries, consti-
on this unit.
Log format: RINEX tute the applicable product according to the
Responsible Party: Emlid Limited
• Keep the unit free from mechanical stress, WEEE directive.
Address: 4/F Enterprise Building, 228-238 shocks or impacts. The unit may be damaged Internal storage size: 8 GB
Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong or lose its protection classes IP66, IP67 and
IK10 after a mechanical shock or impact.
This device complies with Part15 of the FCC • Make sure that the unit is properly mounted DATA
Rules. Operation is subject to the following before using it to avoid injuries of persons or
two conditions: animals, as well as damages of the device. Supported systems: GPS/QZSS L1,
(1) This device may not cause harmful inter-
SBAS, GLONASS G1,
ference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interfer- BeiDou B1, Galileo E1
ence that may cause undesired operation. MAINTENANCE
Update rate: 14Hz GPS / 5Hz GNSS
To clean the device from dirt, rinse it with
European Union fresh water, then dry with a soft cloth. Do Tracking channels: 72
not use heat sources such as air dryers or
This device is in compliance with the essen- Integrated IMU
ovens to dry the device.
tial requirements and other relevant provi-
sions of Directive 2014/53/EU RED, Directive Do not open the device, it is hermetically
2011/65/EU RoHS2, Directive 2012/19/EC sealed. Only certified services are allowed
WEEE2, 2014/35/EU LVD and 2014/30/EU EMC. to open the device to assure it will keep
its protection classes IP66, IP67 and IK10.
Opening the device by the user leads to
the loss of any warranty.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION OPERATION CHARGING CONFIGURATION Tap on your added network and connect
Reach RS+ to your Wi-Fi network. Join it
Take the USB to Micro-USB cable. During the first setup it’s necessary to on your smartphone as well.
DEVICE OVERVIEW UNPACKING update Reach RS+ to the latest version
Connect Micro-USB connector
to Micro-USB port. to get all features. To do that you’ll EML33T2
1. MicroUSB port Open the cardboard. Extract the carrying
need Reach RS+ itself, Wi-Fi network
2. Power indicator (PWR) bag, open it and remove the top cover. C onnect USB connector to the computer USB
Security: WPA-PSK
with internet access (home or office
Extract Emlid Reach RS+ unit and acces- port or USB wall charger rated 5V 1A.
3. Network indicator (NET) network) and a smartphone with the
sories. Forget Cancel Connect

4. Status indicator (STAT) ReachView app. Download it from App

to Reach RS+ Store or Google Play.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Tip: Watch a video version of this Now open ReachView again, wait for half
tutorial on emlid.com → Docs → Reach a minute and update the list of devices.
Emlid Reach RS+ unit 1 pc RS+ → Quickstart. It takes some time for Reach RS+ to
Carrying bag 1 pc connect to another Wi-Fi network, so it
Turn Reach RS+ on. Then open Wi-Fi might not show up immediately.
Thread adapter 1 pc networks on a smartphone, wait
HARD RESET
USB to Micro-USB cable 1 pc for a network named «reach:xx:xx» Tap «Reach RS+» to get into settings
to show up and join it. This is Wi-Fi again. Press «+» in ReachView update
LoRa antenna 1 pc IMPORTANT: Use this only if the device has
PWR NET STAT

hosted by Reach RS+ itself. Password is box to expand it and follow instructions.
User guide 1 pc become unresponsive and does not turn off.
REACH RS

«emlidreach» (without quotes).

Press and hold power button for 15 seconds.
ReachView update
Settings Wi-Fi

INSTALLATION
TROUBLESHOOTING When update is done tap the «Reboot
Wi-Fi and go to the app!» button. Reach RS+
will reboot.
Put the device on a tripod (use adapter Reach RS+ does not power on
reach:ce:80
if necessary). Make sure your Reach RS+
Make sure your Reach RS+ is charged.
is installed horizontally. Reboot and go to the app!
To charge your receiver, use the included
CHOOSE A NETWORK.. .
Micro-USB cable and a computer USB port
or USB-compatible wall charger or auto ASUS Swipe right to get back to the list of
charger (not included in the package) devices. Wait for Reach RS+ to show up
or any charging device with USB port
ASUS_5G again and tap it. You’ll see the filling
marked with output 5V 1A. EMLID logo indicating the loading
Other...
process of the ReachView app.

Now open the ReachView app. On

Reach RS+ does not power off
the main screen you’ll see the list of
If after pressing power button for 3 second Reach receivers connected to the same
5. Power button Reach RS+ did not power off in 15 seconds, network. In this case there’ll be only one
6. Ventilation hole try to repeat the power off procedure again. Reach RS+. Tap it to get into settings.
If that does not help you can do the hard
7. Thread mount
reset as specified in Operation section of
Reach Units
8. Extension port this guide.
Attach the LoRa antenna
9. Antenna port to the antenna port. reach Reach RS+
192.168.42.1

I typed incorrect Wi-Fi network and

pressed "Connect"

In this case Reach RS+ will stay in Wi-Fi

This is ReachView updater. Press the
access point mode. Check that you are
«+» button, enter your home or office
connected to its network and update
Wi-Fi network name and password, press
the page in a browser.
«Save».

Cannot find Reach RS+ in my Wi-Fi network

Add new Wi-Fi network
This is possible if Reach RS+ was not able Network name
to connect to the Wi-Fi network due to the EML33T
weak signal. In that case Reach RS+ will
POWERING ON switch back to Wi-Fi access point mode
Security
WPA2-PSK
and you can open its interface by
When device is off press the power button and connecting to its Wi-Fi network again. Password
hold it for 3 seconds. Power LED will light up.

Show password
POWERING OFF
Close Save
When device is on press the power button and
MORE Q&A ARE AVAILABLE AT hold it for 3 seconds. Power LED will go out.
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